The American Bar Association has just released updated Standards for Pro Bono Legal Services Programs. Join this program to learn about what the Standards provide, and how you might use them to improve or build on your program.

What You Will Learn

Overview of the Pro Bono Standards

The nature and purpose of the Standards

Development of the Standards

How the Standards are used

Updates to the Standards

Significant revisions

Hot Topics and Controversies

Governance and board roles

Attorney-Client privilege issues

Pro Bono placement and volunteer support

Who Should Attend

Anyone interested in pro bono and volunteering and those involved in developing or administering pro bono programs, such as, pro bono coordinators from law firms, pro bono managers and executive directors in legal aid organizations, free standing pro bono program staff, and local and state bar association staff and officers, would greatly benefit from attending this program.